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health-and-fitness3 months ago

Expert Tips: The Importance of Warming Up Before Your Walk

Warming up before a walking workout is recommended to promote proper movement and prevent injuries, even though walking is low intensity. Expert Solomon Lewis suggests three warm-up exercises—bodyweight squat, split squat, and lateral toe touch—and provides a 30-minute walking plan that includes varying intensities to enhance fitness and weight loss. Starting with manageable durations and incorporating small bouts of walking can help beginners and those deconditioned gradually improve their activity levels.

weather1 year ago

Maryland Braces for Windy, Rainy Weather and Coastal Flooding

A wind advisory is in effect for areas north and west of the Chesapeake Bay, with gusts up to 45 mph expected, prompting caution for potential property damage. The weekend will see a transition to warmer temperatures, reaching the 70s on Sunday before rain showers move in Sunday night into Monday. The week ahead is forecasted to be warm. Meteorologist Justin Berk, who has dyslexia, acknowledges occasional spelling and grammar errors in his reports, and shares recent snow reports and encourages readers to subscribe for email alerts.

weather1 year ago

"Windy Weather Wreaks Havoc in D.C. Area"

The D.C.-area forecast includes windy conditions today, with gusts up to 40-50 mph, before a significant warm-up later in the week. Temperatures are expected to rise well into the 60s on Tuesday, reaching the 70s and possibly even 80 on Friday. The region will experience mostly dry weather, with the potential for showers on Friday into Saturday. Overall, the week will be characterized by windy conditions giving way to sunny and warm spring weather, before a return to chillier temperatures next week.

weather1 year ago

"Rare Warm-Up: Unprecedented Michigan Weather Week Ahead"

Michigan is experiencing an exceptionally rare warm-up, with temperatures averaging over 40 degrees for the next five days, at least 17 degrees warmer than normal. Cities like Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Flint, and Traverse City are all set to break or tie temperature records for this time period. This warm spell is not just a typical winter thaw, but a significant event that is likely to be remembered in the record books.

weather2 years ago

"From Cold Snap to Big Thaw: Weather Patterns Set for Major Warm-Up"

A significant shift in the upper-air pattern over the northern hemisphere is expected to bring much warmer temperatures lasting at least a week, with forecasts showing temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above normal for much of the U.S., including Michigan, into early February. While a return to colder weather may occur in February, the prolonged warmth raises the possibility of an early end to the winter season.

weather2 years ago

Weather Outlook: Warmer Week Ahead with Rain Expected on Monday

Warmer temperatures are expected in Michigan later this week as a southwesterly flow brings in milder air. Low temperatures tonight will range from the upper 20s to low 30s in the Lower Peninsula and the low to mid 20s in the U.P. Tomorrow, temperatures will start to rise, reaching the low to mid 40s in the Lower Peninsula and the mid to upper 30s in the western U.P. By Friday, temperatures will be near average for this time of year, with highs in the low 50s in southern and central Lower Michigan. The weather for the rest of the week is expected to be mostly dry with partly to mostly cloudy skies.

sports2 years ago

The Essential 5-Minute Warm-Up for Injury-Free Pickleball and Workouts

With the rise in popularity of pickleball, there has been an increase in pickleball-related injuries, costing Americans millions in healthcare bills. To avoid becoming part of these statistics, it is important to complete a proper warm-up before playing. This can be as simple as a few minutes of power walking or jogging to elevate your heart rate. Dynamic stretching, focusing on areas such as the upper leg, inner thigh, and lower leg, is recommended. Additionally, incorporating exercises like arm circles and wood choppers with a resistance band can help activate and strengthen muscles. Taking just five minutes to warm up can protect against common pickleball injuries and improve performance on the court.

fitness2 years ago

"The Essential Five-Minute Full-Body Warm-Up for Every Workout"

A five-minute full-body warm-up routine consisting of bodyweight exercises and dynamic stretches has been recommended by LA-based personal trainers Juice & Toya. The routine, which requires no equipment, aims to prepare the body for a workout and improve range of movement. The exercises are performed for 30 seconds each with 10 seconds of rest in between. The quick and straightforward routine is ideal for those who want an effective warm-up without taking up too much time.

health-and-fitness2 years ago

Avoid These Habits for a Healthier Body After 40

RJ Williams, PT, DPT, and Franchise Regional Consultant for FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers, breaks down five fitness habits that can destroy your body after 40. These habits include neglecting routine maintenance, poor hydration, insufficient protein intake, skipping warm-ups, and hitting the gym too hard after a break. Williams recommends soft tissue work, mobility exercises, and a sufficient intake of protein and water to maintain physical fitness and prevent injury.

health-and-fitness2 years ago

Avoid These 5 Fitness Habits After 40 to Protect Your Body

Establishing healthy lifestyle choices, such as developing a workout routine, can keep you in good health, boost your physical fitness, and even extend your life. However, there are some sneaky habits that can be detrimental to the progress you've worked so hard to accomplish. Here are five fitness habits that can destroy your body after 40: not establishing a maintenance program, insufficient protein intake, poor hydration, not warming up before workouts, and going too aggressively after a long period of doing little physical activity.

fitness2 years ago

"Personal Trainers' Top Tips for Starting Your Fitness Journey"

Three personal trainers shared tips they wish they had known when they started working out. They said beginners often make similar mistakes that cost them time and progress. Making a plan with flexible goals, warming up properly, and using the 4-0-1 method can make workouts more effective. Additionally, focusing on supporting muscles, developing a deeper "why" for exercise, and avoiding overtraining can help prevent injury and ensure long-term success.

weather2 years ago

From Cool to Warm: D.C. Area's Weather Forecast for the Week

The DC-area is set for a warm-up this week, with temperatures reaching at least 80 degrees between Wednesday and the weekend. Today and tomorrow will see mostly sunny skies with highs in the 60s and 70s respectively. The first chance of showers is not until Saturday. The warm weather will continue through Friday with highs in the mid to upper 80s, before a hint of mugginess returns over the weekend with some showers possible.